PEG-54 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: PEG-54 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is used as a solubilizer and emulsifier in cosmetic products. It helps blend ingredients that don't normally combine well, such as oil and water, ensuring a homogeneous, stable texture in products.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics at usual concentrations.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic or plant-based and suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Worth knowing: PEGs (polyethylene glycols) can be associated with manufacturing residues such as ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane, which are potentially irritating contaminants. However, many regulations require strict control of these contaminants.
Present in: This ingredient is frequently used in creams, lotions, cleansers and hair care products for its emulsifying and stabilizing properties.


